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Tue, 31 Mar 2015 15:43:14 PDTBLOX v1.01Clean your headlights!http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-your-headlights/
Clean your headlights! - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 24 Dec 2014 08:13:02 PSTDIY dash cam 2.0http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-dash-cam-20/
DIY dash cam 2.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FTG/XA16/I1QY4HAN/FTGXA16I1QY4HAN.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FTG/XA16/I1QY4HAN/FTGXA16I1QY4HAN.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FTG/XA16/I1QY4HAN/FTGXA16I1QY4HAN.SMALL.jpggkrisandaIn this part two of the smart phone based dash cam I will show you how to make a stronger streamlined version of the rear view mirror mount. In this version I have created a stronger mount that utilizes less materials. This mount requires little skill to complete and can be made by just about anyone...By: gkrisanda

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 27 Oct 2014 04:59:14 PDTCup, cup holder - simple, unique and usefulhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Cup-cup-holder-simple-unique-and-useful/
Cup, cup holder - simple, unique and useful - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FPM/6JWK/I1KJM0EP/FPM6JWKI1KJM0EP.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FPM/6JWK/I1KJM0EP/FPM6JWKI1KJM0EP.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FPM/6JWK/I1KJM0EP/FPM6JWKI1KJM0EP.SMALL.jpgth3_jungle_inv3ntorYou know how annoying it is to be sitting in your vehicle (whether driving or riding) and having nowhere to put the cold drink you're holding in your hand? It nearly drives a sane person insane! There never seems to be too many cup holders in a vehicle whether you put drinks in them or something e...By: th3_jungle_inv3ntor

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 22 Oct 2014 18:25:17 PDTSmartphone dash camhttp://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-dash-cam/
Smartphone dash cam - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ7/TTUQ/I1B63NEQ/FZ7TTUQI1B63NEQ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FZ7/TTUQ/I1B63NEQ/FZ7TTUQI1B63NEQ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FZ7/TTUQ/I1B63NEQ/FZ7TTUQI1B63NEQ.SMALL.jpggkrisandaThis is a simple instructable that utilizes house hold items and simple tools. In this project I will show you how to create an automobile dash cam which uses an old smartphone as the camera and other household items as the mount. This project is very straight forward and requires little skill to co...By: gkrisanda

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 15 Oct 2014 15:01:22 PDTVehicle Date Reminder (Tax / MoT / Insurace / Servicing)http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-Tax-Disc-Replacement-Date-Reminder/
Vehicle Date Reminder (Tax / MoT / Insurace / Servicing) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F30/ZWFN/I15L4MKS/F30ZWFNI15L4MKS.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F30/ZWFN/I15L4MKS/F30ZWFNI15L4MKS.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F30/ZWFN/I15L4MKS/F30ZWFNI15L4MKS.SMALL.jpgMr_o_ukHere in the UK, as of 01/10/14 we no longer have to display road tax in our windscreen.https://www.gov.uk/government/news/vehicle-tax-changesThis is due to everything being on computer systems now.There are many benefits to this; not wasting paper to print them, not wasting envelopes to post them, n...By: Mr_o_uk

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 10 Oct 2014 09:16:32 PDTRepair Car Front Brakeshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Repair-Car-Front-Brakes/
Repair Car Front Brakes - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 6 Oct 2014 01:17:16 PDTQuick Custom Shifter Knob for Vehiclehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Custom-Shifter-Knobs/
Quick Custom Shifter Knob for Vehicle - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 28 Sep 2014 13:29:53 PDTPainting Vehicle Sills to Prevent or Repair Rusthttp://www.instructables.com/id/Painting-Vehicle-Sills-to-Prevent-or-Repair-Rust/
Painting Vehicle Sills to Prevent or Repair Rust - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 4 Sep 2014 15:01:20 PDTNo Weld Aluminum Hitch baskethttp://www.instructables.com/id/No-Weld-Aluminum-Hitch-basket/
No Weld Aluminum Hitch basket - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 11 Aug 2014 17:22:57 PDTInstall Aftermarket Radio in 2002 Toyota Corollahttp://www.instructables.com/id/Install-Aftermarket-Radio-in-2002-Toyota-Corolla/
Install Aftermarket Radio in 2002 Toyota Corolla - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FUM/WZV2/HUUXKXWP/FUMWZV2HUUXKXWP.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUM/WZV2/HUUXKXWP/FUMWZV2HUUXKXWP.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FUM/WZV2/HUUXKXWP/FUMWZV2HUUXKXWP.SMALL.jpgdjzypherIf you need a new radio because "this isn't the 50's anymore grandma" then this 'ible is for you! Tools and what you'll need The tools and other stuff you're going to need are:-Phillips head screwdriver-Flat head screwdriver-Aftermarket radio-2002 Toyota Corolla-Colour vision-Heat shrink or elect...By: djzypher

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 6 May 2014 10:12:52 PDTHow to make a sturdy adjustable Headrest Monitor Mounthttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-sturdy-adjustable-Headrest-Monitor-M/
How to make a sturdy adjustable Headrest Monitor Mount - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 19 Sep 2013 15:31:39 PDTThe absolute easiest way to double your remote unlock's range for your vehiclehttp://www.instructables.com/id/The-absolute-easiest-way-to-double-your-remote-unl/
http://cdn.instructables.com/F43/2PZL/HIEV1SXR/F432PZLHIEV1SXR.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F43/2PZL/HIEV1SXR/F432PZLHIEV1SXR.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F43/2PZL/HIEV1SXR/F432PZLHIEV1SXR.SMALL.jpgdonovan2themax5This is one of the techniques that use every day. all you have to do is put the remote to your cheek and click the button why pressed against your cheek what this does is it sends the signal using you as a huge antenna. By: donovan2themax5

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 26 Jun 2013 12:00:40 PDTModified Vehicle Emblemhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Modified-Grill-Emblem/
Modified Vehicle Emblem - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FKP/J8Z5/HI3TRXS6/FKPJ8Z5HI3TRXS6.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FKP/J8Z5/HI3TRXS6/FKPJ8Z5HI3TRXS6.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FKP/J8Z5/HI3TRXS6/FKPJ8Z5HI3TRXS6.SMALL.jpgDualPhaseTurn to the dark side and convert your transportation to an imperial weapon. Tools Required: Sandpaper Spray Paint Clear Coat Spray Paint Vinyl Sticker This instructable will work with any car emblem and can be customized to any sticker, decal or paint color. Preperation R...By: DualPhase

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 21 Jun 2013 17:48:51 PDTFix Psychotic Grand Am Signal Clickinghttp://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-Psychotic-Grand-Am-Signal-Clicking/
Fix Psychotic Grand Am Signal Clicking - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:11:06 PDTHow to remove a Toyota Hilux engine in a few hours - A step by step guide (2.8 diesel 1997)http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-remove-a-Toyota-Hilux-engine-in-a-few-hours/
http://cdn.instructables.com/FYY/SU87/HHS9UUBX/FYYSU87HHS9UUBX.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FYY/SU87/HHS9UUBX/FYYSU87HHS9UUBX.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FYY/SU87/HHS9UUBX/FYYSU87HHS9UUBX.SMALL.jpgdiy kiwiMy Hilux had a leaking rear crankshaft seal so I had to split the engine from the transmission to replace the seal. Rather than breaking my back trying to extract the trans from below, I decided to lift the engine out, It is a much easier way to do it if you have an engine lift, endless chain or hea...By: diy kiwi

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 13 Jun 2013 04:43:59 PDTHow to changue oil in brake and steering wheel.http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-changue-oil-in-brake-and-steering-wheel/
How to changue oil in brake and steering wheel. - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 24 May 2013 16:14:11 PDTA Vehicle Backing Alarm With a Self-Reseting Disable Buttonhttp://www.instructables.com/id/A-Temporary-Disable-Button-for-Vehicle-Backing-Ala/
A Vehicle Backing Alarm With a Self-Reseting Disable Button - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 02:57:44 PDTHow to Perform a Vehicle Maintenance Servicehttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Perform-a-Vehicle-Maintenance-Service/
How to Perform a Vehicle Maintenance Service - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F3O/271O/HD2RXS83/F3O271OHD2RXS83.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3O/271O/HD2RXS83/F3O271OHD2RXS83.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3O/271O/HD2RXS83/F3O271OHD2RXS83.SMALL.jpgdjteigMany people automatically think anything that deals with their vehicle maintenance needs to be dealt with by a professional. These instructions will prove otherwise. Approximately every 3,000 to 5,000 miles a vehicle should be serviced. To some people this just means changing the oil, but what a veh...By: djteig

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:12:50 PSTNever Lose Your Gas Cap (Again)http://www.instructables.com/id/Never-Lose-Your-Gas-Cap-Again/
Never Lose Your Gas Cap (Again) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FIF/A57M/H91LKPOP/FIFA57MH91LKPOP.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIF/A57M/H91LKPOP/FIFA57MH91LKPOP.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIF/A57M/H91LKPOP/FIFA57MH91LKPOP.SMALL.jpgLivingstrongHave you ever left the filling station and realized you left your gas cap on the top of your vehicle or the top of the pump at the filling station? Its not hard to do if you are in a hurry or there is foul weather. Its harder to do if your gas cap is attached to your vehicle but sometimes the plasti...By: Livingstrong

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 2 Nov 2012 17:37:58 PDTWhat products to use and how to wax a vehiclehttp://www.instructables.com/id/What-products-to-use-and-how-to-wax-a-vehicle/
What products to use and how to wax a vehicle - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 29 Oct 2012 13:53:28 PDTReplace the Sideview Mirror on a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Replace-the-Sideview-Mirror-on-a-2010-Hyundai-Sant/
Replace the Sideview Mirror on a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 22 Aug 2012 21:13:29 PDTChanging A Vehicle's Oilhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Changing-A-Vehicles-Oil/
Changing A Vehicle's Oil - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 11 Jun 2012 18:29:41 PDTLexus RX300 Aux Inhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Lexus-RX300-Aux-In/
Lexus RX300 Aux In - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F3Z/YEPF/GUMFTLLO/F3ZYEPFGUMFTLLO.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3Z/YEPF/GUMFTLLO/F3ZYEPFGUMFTLLO.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F3Z/YEPF/GUMFTLLO/F3ZYEPFGUMFTLLO.SMALL.jpgscottrevoman333This Instructable will show you how to add an AUX In for your 1999 Lexus RX300. I'm not sure of the compatibility to other models or years but for the RX and the IS the instructions are very similar the only difference is the color of the wires. This Instructable can also get you in the right direct...By: scottrevoman333

Continue Reading »]]>Sat, 5 Nov 2011 14:38:50 PDT#2: How to Apply Touch Up Paint (to Almost Like New!)http://www.instructables.com/id/2-How-to-Apply-Touch-Up-Paint-to-Almost-Like-Ne/
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Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 30 Oct 2011 13:49:25 PDTDefunkify the Hooptiehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Defunkify-the-Hooptie/
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 9 May 2011 22:28:40 PDTPropane Converted ATVhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Propane-Converted-ATV/
Propane Converted ATV - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FT3/DKPD/GJQEMGUF/FT3DKPDGJQEMGUF.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FT3/DKPD/GJQEMGUF/FT3DKPDGJQEMGUF.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FT3/DKPD/GJQEMGUF/FT3DKPDGJQEMGUF.SMALL.jpgscottrevoman333 Hello all, this is going to be a somewhat simple instructables. So here is some background information on the build, it started when a few years back we had a Polaris 350 Trailboss, and the engine finally gave out after many years of enjoyment and after that we just let it sit unitl we finally rem...By: scottrevoman333

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 18:58:17 PSTUpgrading the exterior lights on a landrover defender to NAS. (Part 3 of 3)http://www.instructables.com/id/Upgrading-the-exterior-lights-on-a-landrover-defen-2/
Upgrading the exterior lights on a landrover defender to NAS. (Part 3 of 3) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FKR/HX60/GELSBXX5/FKRHX60GELSBXX5.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FKR/HX60/GELSBXX5/FKRHX60GELSBXX5.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FKR/HX60/GELSBXX5/FKRHX60GELSBXX5.SMALL.jpgbunglesmateThis Instructable is part 3 of 3 - Fitting the rear lamps on a defender. Original lenses at the rear. As you can see the original lenses were looking pretty tatty. They're normally quite brittle and don't take a lot to break them. Once the coloured lens has been removed I saw the screws providing...By: bunglesmate

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 03:09:10 PDTUpgrading the exterior lights on a landrover defender to NAS. (Part 2 of 3)http://www.instructables.com/id/Upgrading-the-exterior-lights-on-a-landrover-defen-1/
Upgrading the exterior lights on a landrover defender to NAS. (Part 2 of 3) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/F4B/H11H/G6LWI7ZM/F4BH11HG6LWI7ZM.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4B/H11H/G6LWI7ZM/F4BH11HG6LWI7ZM.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F4B/H11H/G6LWI7ZM/F4BH11HG6LWI7ZM.SMALL.jpgbunglesmateAfter making up the leads in part 1 of 3 it is now time to move on to the actual installation of the new lenses. Remove fascia. The first thing to do is to remove the fascia from around the headlight. This is necessary to cut holes in them for the new lenses and also to gain access to the wiring ...By: bunglesmate

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 7 Dec 2009 08:01:27 PST006 Electric Car Conversion: Dodge Neonhttp://www.instructables.com/id/006-Electric-Car-Conversion-Dodge-Neon/
http://cdn.instructables.com/F9U/8T1Q/G2WM0Y2R/F9U8T1QG2WM0Y2R.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F9U/8T1Q/G2WM0Y2R/F9U8T1QG2WM0Y2R.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F9U/8T1Q/G2WM0Y2R/F9U8T1QG2WM0Y2R.SMALL.jpgbennelson In this video, the Engine and rest of the internal combustion system get removed from the Dodge Neon to prepare it for electric conversion. By: bennelson

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 7 Dec 2009 07:58:40 PST011 Electric Dodge Neon - Freeway Test Drivehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Electric-Dodge-Neon-Freeway-Test-Drive/
http://cdn.instructables.com/F9U/8T1Q/G2WM0Y2R/F9U8T1QG2WM0Y2R.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F9U/8T1Q/G2WM0Y2R/F9U8T1QG2WM0Y2R.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F9U/8T1Q/G2WM0Y2R/F9U8T1QG2WM0Y2R.SMALL.jpgbennelsonTom and Ben take Tom's battery-electric Dodge Neon conversion out for a spin on the freeway.Conversation includes heat in an EV, energy used, and how NOT to get a speeding ticket.... By: bennelson

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 7 Dec 2009 07:47:24 PSTChange the old Ball Joints on your truckhttp://www.instructables.com/id/Change-the-old-Ball-Joints-on-your-truck/
Change the old Ball Joints on your truck - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FIX/U7FS/FUI0P0VU/FIXU7FSFUI0P0VU.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIX/U7FS/FUI0P0VU/FIXU7FSFUI0P0VU.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FIX/U7FS/FUI0P0VU/FIXU7FSFUI0P0VU.SMALL.jpgPkranger88This is an instructable for changing out the ball joints on a 2002 Chevrolet S-10 Extreme. The principles presented are very similar to many other vehicles. Ever started to work on a vehicle but didn't know how to do the specific task? Couldn't find the information needed to complete your work? ...By: Pkranger88

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 8 Apr 2009 10:52:46 PDTHow to replace a power steering pumphttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-replace-a-power-steering-pump/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/F37/9PJJ/FR0ZSS7O/F379PJJFR0ZSS7O.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F37/9PJJ/FR0ZSS7O/F379PJJFR0ZSS7O.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/F37/9PJJ/FR0ZSS7O/F379PJJFR0ZSS7O.SMALL.jpgmarksatterfieldSo you wake up one morning ready to drive the kids to school and head in to work. The sun is up, and the dogs are barking. As you are walking up to the car, your son says, "Daddy! Look at all that water under the car!" -- and it isn't water. It is power steering fluid.Another symptom is a "grow...By: marksatterfield

Continue Reading »]]>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:49:48 PSTOn-Board Air Compressor / Welder for vehicleshttp://www.instructables.com/id/On-Board-Air-Compressor-Welder-for-vehicles/
On-Board Air Compressor / Welder for vehicles - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FFM/MNNT/FPIUQU1Z/FFMMNNTFPIUQU1Z.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FFM/MNNT/FPIUQU1Z/FFMMNNTFPIUQU1Z.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FFM/MNNT/FPIUQU1Z/FFMMNNTFPIUQU1Z.SMALL.jpgDeathBladeWhen we go to help on a project we usually only take out battery powered or hand tool. We have to leave our pneumatic tools at home, with a on-board air compressor we dont need to leave our pneumatic tools in the shop anymore. To start off - Why do I need a air compressor? Why do you need a air c...By: DeathBlade

Continue Reading »]]>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 20:01:17 PSTHow-To: Replace An Alternatorhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Replace-An-Alternator/
How-To: Replace An Alternator - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:36:10 PSTChanging and rotating tireshttp://www.instructables.com/id/Changing-and-rotating-tires/
Changing and rotating tires - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FDT/612E/FN4A5DTN/FDT612EFN4A5DTN.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDT/612E/FN4A5DTN/FDT612EFN4A5DTN.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FDT/612E/FN4A5DTN/FDT612EFN4A5DTN.SMALL.jpgFKRFirst you need to have your car in postion on the lift with all doors and objects in the car or put away. Tools needed For this you will need these said tools: - Air gun - Torque wrench - Air hose - Impact Sockets Car lifting After you get the rigth set off tools you would want to find the...By: FKR

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 05:49:26 PSTThe Comprehensive Guide To Saving Money on Gashttp://www.instructables.com/id/The-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Saving-Money-on-Gas/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FVK/AJSJ/FKD1HMVQ/FVKAJSJFKD1HMVQ.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FVK/AJSJ/FKD1HMVQ/FVKAJSJFKD1HMVQ.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FVK/AJSJ/FKD1HMVQ/FVKAJSJFKD1HMVQ.SMALL.jpgRickO5Tired of paying out the nose for gasoline? We all are, and while most of us can't give up our cars entirely, and there are things we can do to ease the pain. The popular option to consider is getting new transportation entirely. Both diesel cars and hybrids can get over 50 miles per gallon, which c...By: RickO5

Continue Reading »]]>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:25:03 PDTHow to get sap or resin off of a carhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-get-sap-or-resin-off-of-a-car/
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http://cdn.instructables.com/FGF/53YK/FJPYEQ6D/FGF53YKFJPYEQ6D.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGF/53YK/FJPYEQ6D/FGF53YKFJPYEQ6D.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGF/53YK/FJPYEQ6D/FGF53YKFJPYEQ6D.SMALL.jpghyrulianshinobi333 Few things are more irritating than getting pitch on your vehicles new paint job. Soap and water won't work by themselves here. You'll need something much more powerful if you want to spend less than 3 hours then ending up with an incomplete job. What you will need WD-40 1 wet and 1 dry o...By: hyrulianshinobi333

Continue Reading »]]>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:10:16 PDTHow to prevent rust on your carhttp://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-prevent-rust-on-your-car/
How to prevent rust on your car - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FRQ/ILGQ/FG704VZ4/FRQILGQFG704VZ4.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRQ/ILGQ/FG704VZ4/FRQILGQFG704VZ4.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FRQ/ILGQ/FG704VZ4/FRQILGQFG704VZ4.SMALL.jpgfanscapeKeeping your car rust-free prevents serious damage and maintains the look and value of your car. If you choose to try us, Jig-a-loo, as part of your car maintenance routine, you can find out where to pick up a can here: http://www.jigaloo.com/us/e_store_locator.php. Here are 6 detailed steps and a ...By: fanscape

Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 14 May 2008 09:16:57 PDTLose the vibration/noisehttp://www.instructables.com/id/Lose-the-vibrationnoise/
Lose the vibration/noise - More DIY How To Projects]]>
http://cdn.instructables.com/FGM/R790/F5GE25AX/FGMR790F5GE25AX.SQUARE2.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGM/R790/F5GE25AX/FGMR790F5GE25AX.SQUARE.jpghttp://cdn.instructables.com/FGM/R790/F5GE25AX/FGMR790F5GE25AX.SMALL.jpgTweakerzWell this is my first time and it is a simple project. I simply wanted to take the license plate away from the car and lessen the sounds caused by vibration, the black car (Monte Carlo SS) has aftermarket stereo setup which causes a rattle I dislike. What do we need? I decided I wanted a hard pla...By: Tweakerz

Continue Reading »]]>Thu, 16 Aug 2007 20:25:44 PDTHow to make your truck/vehicle sound beastly! for $30 (exhaust/muffler)http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-your-truckvehicle-sound-beastly-for-/
How to make your truck/vehicle sound beastly! for $30 (exhaust/muffler) - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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Continue Reading »]]>Wed, 18 Oct 2006 21:44:19 PDTenhanced lighting for your vehiclehttp://www.instructables.com/id/enhanced-lighting-for-your-vehicle/
enhanced lighting for your vehicle - More DIY How To Projects]]>
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